African Mask Tribal Tribal Face Bobo Plank Mask African masks-G1334

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Plate mask of the Bobo mask or Bwa mask tribe [Burkina Faso]; the figure at the top may represent the wise elders of the tribe; these masks always have large round eyes and abstract geometric decoration and are worn during initiation ceremonies. Hardwood carving and decoration. Mid/late 20th century